11 Dance Certificate Programs

The Pilates/Dance Conditioning Instructor certificate is designed to prepare individuals to teach the Pilates Method of body conditioning using the full range of Pilates apparatus as well as the mat work repertoire, the foundation of the Pilates Method. Individuals will be trained to work with beginning to advanced level students and special populations, including dancers and athletes.

Delivered in partnership with The Customs House Theatre, this one-year performing arts programme will help you to learn and develop skills in dance, drama and singing in a professional working environment.

This top-rated and exciting course will build skills and knowledge in all aspects of the performing arts industry.

The program provides a foundation in contemporary dance practice and theory, as well as offering opportunities in a variety of movement, somatic, and creative practice courses including contemporary dance, ballet, movement analysis, improvisation, dance composition, as well as dance history. The certificate also offers students the flexibility of choosing among a wide variety of courses that may interest them, including hip-hop, African, Tai Ji, among others. Students may also participate in performance opportunities if they have an interest in performance.

Whether you’ve been dancing since you were a kid, or you’ve never been inside a dance studio, we offer classes for all levels of ability! Lane’s dance program is designed for both the dance major and the dance enthusiast, so whether you’re taking classes to fulfill your degree requirements or just for fun, there’s a place for you. One of the finest programs in the Pacific Northwest, the Lane Dance Program develops the dancer physically, emotionally and academically.

The Dance Studies Certificate is a 14-credit certificate program for any undergraduate student interested in the exploration of dance from an interdisciplinary, academic approach -- to understand its political, social and historical significance. The certificate is designed to enhance a student’s main area of study, and provide knowledge and skills in the analysis, interpretation, and contextualization of dance and movement in society and culture.

AEF Dance Certificate Program qualifies successful students to be recognized as performers with chorographical skills. The program also serves as an ideal basis from which to access a range of dance professions.

The Commercial Dance Certificate program is designed to provide advanced students with comprehensive training to excel in the competitive world of professional commercial dance. With a focus on developing physical, creative, technical, and technological skills, this program prepares students to meet the rigorous demands of auditions, rehearsals, and performances in the commercial dance industry, whether on stage or screen.

This four-semester professional program is based on the interwoven demands of dance and theatre, offering focused preparation for a career in theatrical dance performance. Building on a solid foundation of classical technique, training will continue to expand the dancer’s repertoire with a palette of disciplines relevant to today’s theatrical productions. Students grow to perform choreography with accuracy and interpretive passion within the ensemble and solo contexts.

Dance at Brighton College attracts both dancers with experience and beginners looking to explore and develop their physical skills and creativity. From hip hop, jazz and ballet to tap, modern and contemporary, there are classes to suit everyone and plenty of opportunities to showcase budding talents.

The Hip-Hop Studies Certificate is designed for students interested in exploring the history, culture, and artistry of hip-hop. The program includes courses that cover topics like history, dance, musi...